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VOL. 11, ISSUE 2 (2026)
Seasonal diversity of insect flower visitors on Celosia argentea in an agroecosystem of Jawhar, Palghar District, Maharashtra, India
Authors
Vinod Borse, Dr. Sanjay Nikam
Abstract
Seasonal variation in insect pollinator communities plays a crucial role
in sustaining agro- ecosystem functions. The present study investigated the
diversity and temporal dynamics of insect flower visitors associated with
Celosia argentea in agricultural fields of Jawhar, Palghar District of
Maharashtra, during 2022-2023. Surveys were conducted twice a month from August
to December using a presence-absence approach. A total of 38 taxa belonging to
four orders were recorded. Lepidoptera and Hymenoptera were dominant groups,
indicating strong pollination activity. Diversity indices showed peak diversity
during September (Shannon index H’=3.08), followed by October (H’=2.94), while
the lowest diversity was observed in December (H’=2.12). Simpson’s Index ranged
from 0.85 to 0.95, suggesting moderate to high diversity with low dominance.
Seasonal trends revealed that insect activity was closely linked with the
flowering intensity of C. argentea. The study highlights the ecological
significance of wild edible plants in maintaining pollinators’ diversity in the
agroecosystem.
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Pages:111-114
How to cite this article:
Vinod Borse, Dr. Sanjay Nikam "Seasonal diversity of insect flower visitors on <i>Celosia argentea</i> in an agroecosystem of Jawhar, Palghar District, Maharashtra, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 11, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 111-114
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